MEMBERSHIPS

Developmental Disabilities Nurses Association (DDNA)
DDNA meets the professional needs of nurses serving individuals with developmental disabilities. DDNA advocates, educates, and celebrates the specialized role of these nurses.

We offer membership to DDNA to our nursing staff. Approximately a quarter of our nurses participate, including the Directors Of Nursing. It is a strong information source that provides opportunities for nurses to network with colleagues and to learn trends in care for the developmentally disabled. This membership helps Marklund staff stay at the forefront of quality care.

American Health Care Association (AHCA)
Based in Washington, DC, AHCA is a national organization that represents the long-term care community.

Marklund President and CEO, Joel Rusco, was one of ten national representatives on the Committee for MRDD (Mental Retardation Developmental Disabilities), 2004-2005. AHCA provides the networking opportunities for Marklund to see an overall big picture of care for the developmentally disabled. AHCA provides lobbying for law changes, and membership gives Marklund the “heads-up” for upcoming changes.

Illinois Health Care Association (IHCA)
IHCA is the largest long-term care association in Illinois. As an affiliate of the AHCA, IHCA leads in advocacy and education for its members to deliver, with integrity, responsive health care, residential and other related services. We have been members for over 10 years.

IHCA offers Marklund opportunities for networking, learning new trends, receiving continuing education and being notified of any legislative information. In addition, IHCA offers comprehensive training for new regulations that have been instituted.

Marklund therapists, administrators, QMRPs, and nurses receive CEUs (continuing education units, required to keep licenses in good standing) through IHCA.